Keep flood water out of your home. Find out about Kitemark certified products that you can install to make your property flood resistant.
When you buy a flood product check it has been tested to industry standards and it is up to the job - it should display the Kitemark symbol or equivalent accreditation if it has been tested properly.
An independent directory of flood product manufacturers is on the bluepages.org.uk website. This directory is put together by the National Flood Forum.
We strongly recommended that you seek professional advice from a building surveyor, architect or other independent professional if you are considering flood protection solutions for your property.
Currently there is no formal assurance scheme for flood surveyors, but the following institutions hold lists of members who have undergone internal vetting and adhere to a common code of conduct:
Check with your local Environment Agency office if you plan to take measures which could affect the flow of a river or divert flood water to other properties. Call us on 0370 8506506 and ask to speak to someone in the Development Control team in your local area.
Information warning
There is no guarantee that any flood protection system will work and the Environment Agency does not endorse a particular product or supplier.
It is the responsibility of the purchaser to ensure the products are appropriate for their property, fit for purpose, correctly fitted and meet their specific needs. It's important to be aware that using flood products may make flood water outside the protected area more dangerous by making it flow faster. If flood water overwhelms a barrier, it may have a more catastrophic effect than if the area had flooded gradually.
Also, be careful to consider all the ways water can enter your property. For example, in addition to flood boards across your doorways you may also need to install airbrick covers and non-return valves on your drainage system.
Please also see the Environment Agency's linking policy and general terms and conditions for the use of this website.
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